Panasonic G10 vs Pentax MX-1

In this article, we will be looking at the Panasonic G10 versus Pentax MX-1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the G10 (12MP) and the MX-1 (12MP) is relatively close but the G10 (Four Thirds) and MX-1 (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The G10 was manufactured 3 years prior to the MX-1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax MX-1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the G10 scores vs the MX-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 and Pentax MX-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G10 Gallery and Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G10 offers external measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Pentax MX-1 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G10 versus Pentax MX-1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the G10 vs the MX-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G10 and MX-1 is 72 and 84 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G10 and MX-1.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The G10 uses the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler. The more aged G10 will be behind in sensor tech.